The 1893 James S. and Violet H. Waters House at 1116 Church Street, part of the 42nd Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour

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The 1887 Howard L. and Kate B. Mather House at 1601 Ball Street, part of the 42nd Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour

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The 1905 Charles F. Marschner Building at 1914 Mechanic Street, part of the 42nd Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour

Explore Galveston’s past and unique architectural heritage at the 42nd Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour, slated for April 30 and May 1, 7 and 8, 2016. Eight homes open their doors to the public this year, including one East End mansion that’s never been featured on the tour, plus a thrilling rehabilitation in progress.

As always, the Galveston Historical Foundation complements the tour with special events, such as the History on Tap Dinner at the 1893 Waters House (Saturday, April 30), Mid-Century Modern Tour & Happy Hour (Saturday, May 7), Mother’s Day Brunch (Sunday, May 8), Antebellum Bicycle Tours (Saturday, April 30 and May 7), Cocktails on the Coast at Beachtown (Friday, April 29), a Houston Grand Opera Preview (Sunday, May 1) and a Rehab in Progress Tour & Lecture at the 1915 Hildebrand Tenant House (Saturday, May 7). Click here for more details and to RSVP.

Tickets for the Galveston Historic Homes Tour are $20 for GHF members, $25 in advance for nonmembers ($30 after April 30). Your ticket grants admission to all homes for all four days, 10 am to 6 pm. Purchase online, call 409.765.7834 or visit Houston-area Randalls locations or The Shop At The Palace (1402 Broadway, Galveston). Tickets will also be available at participating homes on tour days. (Note that tickets for the special events, as well as Early Bird Tour Tickets, can be purchased online only.)